GERMANTOWN -- There was an extra police presence at Germantown High School and Kennedy Middle School Tuesday, Dec. 3 after a "potential gun threat." Police determined these were "not credible threats" and classes were not impacted.
According to the police, around 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, Germantown High School administrators were made aware of a potential gun threat to Germantown High School for Tuesday. This was followed by a similar threat to Kennedy Middle School at 8 p.m.
Village of Germantown police were contacted and detectives launched investigations regarding both incidents. Based upon information obtained and verified by approximately 3 a.m., police were able to identify the individual responsible for initiating the threats.
"Again, Germantown Police Department and Germantown School District Officials believe that these are not credible threats and that Germantown School District students will be safe at our schools," said Jeff Holmes, superintendent of Germantown School District. "As an additional assurance, additional GPD officers and Washington County sheriff’s deputies will be on our campuses for extra security."
Holmes sent the following letter to parents:
Holmes shared this update with parents on Tuesday afternoon: